Imagine standing in a room full of people who make a living pretending to be you.
In 2015, the legendary Adele decided to do exactly that. She teamed up with the BBC for a hilarious and heartwarming prank that no one saw coming.
The superstar went through hours of makeup to hide her famous face. She wore a prosthetic nose and chin and even covered her tattoos to become “Jenny.”
Jenny was a soft-spoken, nervous part-time nanny with a dream. She sat backstage with other Adele impersonators and pretended her nerves were getting the best of her.
She told the other women she felt dizzy and that work had been a bit slow lately. The other contestants were so kind and even tried to comfort the undercover star!
When it was finally “Jenny’s” turn to take the stage, the prank reached a whole new level. She purposely missed her cue and asked the band to start over just like a frightened beginner.
Watch the second when they realize “Jenny” is actually their idol:
Adele at the BBC: When Adele wasn’t Adele… but was Jenny!
The audience of impersonators watched with pity until she finally took a deep breath. Then, the unmistakable, world-class voice of Adele filled the theater.
Watching the “nanny” transform back into a global powerhouse is a ghostly reminder of why we love her. This wasn’t just a joke; it was a beautiful tribute to her biggest fans.
Adele – Make You Feel My Love (Live on Letterman)
After the shock wore off, the room was filled with laughter and tears of joy. It proved that despite her fame, Adele is still one of the most down-to-earth pranksters in music history.
This performance of “Make You Feel My Love” became an instant classic. It showed the world that while you can hide the face, you can never hide that legendary soul.
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